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When `p-n` junction diode is forward biased, then

A

the depletion region is reduced and barrier height is increased

B

the depletion region is widened and barrier height is reduced

C

both depletion region and barrier height are reduced.

D

both the depletion region and barrier height are increased.

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C
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